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Deputy Minister of Defence calls for a disciplined
approach to national development
The Deputy Minister of Defence Major General Aruna Jayasekara (Retd) visited the General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University (KDU) in Ratmalana, yesterday (Jan 09). On his arrival at the university, the Deputy Minister was warmly welcomed by the Vice-Chancellor (VC) of KDU, Rear Admiral Dammika Kumara.
New Army Commander Calls on the Defence Secretary
The newly appointed Commander of the Army, Lieutenant General Lasantha Rodrigo, called on the Defence Secretary, Air Vice Marshal Sampath Thuyacontha (Retd), at the Defence Ministry in Sri Jayawardenepura, Kotte, today (Jan 08).
High Commissioner of Pakistan pays courtesy
call on the Deputy Minister of Defence
The High Commissioner of Pakistan to Sri Lanka, His Excellency Major General Faheem Ul Aziz (Retd) made a courtesy call on the Deputy Minister of Defence, Major General Aruna Jayasekara (Retd) at his office in Colombo, on Monday (Jan 06).
Defence Ministry gears up for active engagement in
'Clean Sri Lanka' initiative
Defence Secretary Air Vice Marshal Sampath Thuyacontha (Retd) chaired a meeting on the 'Clean Sri Lanka' initiative with senior Ministry officials and heads of institutions under the Ministry's purview, including tri-force chiefs, at the Ministry auditorium last evening (Jan 07).
Defence Secretary congratulates Midshipman Tennakoon on his
Prestigious Achievement
Defence Secretary, Air Vice Marshal Sampath Thuyacontha (Retd), extended his heartfelt congratulations to Midshipman T.M.I. Vimukthi Tennakoon of the Sri Lanka Navy (SLN) for earning the prestigious Sword of Honour.
High Commissioner of Pakistan calls on the Deputy Minister of Defence
High Commissioner of Pakistan to Sri Lanka His Excellency Major General Faheem Ul Aziz (Retd) made a courtesy call on the Deputy Minister of Defence, Major General Aruna Jayasekara (Retd) at his office in Colombo, today (Jan 06).
Sri Lanka Navy Pays Final Tribute to Royal Ceylon Navy Veteran in Kayts
The Sri Lanka Navy (SLN) honoured the life and service of Ex-Petty Officer Arulanandam Mariampillai, a distinguished veteran of the Royal Ceylon Navy, during a solemn ceremony held on Kayts Island on Thursday (Jan 2). The tribute, conducted with precision and adherence to naval traditions, followed his passing on December 31, 2024, Navy Media says.
Inauguration of Sri Lanka’s First Paediatric Blood & Marrow
Transplant Unit at Apeksha Hospital
The SLAF, in collaboration with the financial assistance of the Ruhunu Kataragama Maha Dewalaya, successfully completed the establishment of the first-ever Paediatric Blood & Marrow Transplant Unit for children with cancer in a government hospital. This significant milestone was marked with the inauguration of the new facility today (02 January 2025) at Apeksha Hospital, Maharagama.
Sri Lankan Navy Officer Cadet Awarded Sword of
Honour at Pakistan Naval Academy
Midshipman T.M.I. Vimukthi Tennakoon of the Sri Lanka Navy (SLN) was honored with the prestigious Sword of Honour during the commissioning parade of the 122nd Midshipmen and 30th Short Service Commission (SSC) Course at the Pakistan Naval Academy (PNA) in Karachi.
The newly appointed Chief of National Intelligence
calls on the Deputy Minister of Defence
The newly appointed Chief of National Intelligence (CNI), Major General Ruwan Wanigasooriya (Retd), called on the Deputy Minister of Defence Major General Aruna Jayasekara (Retd), today (Jan 03) at the Deputy Minister’s office.
Air Vice Marshal Shehan Wijayanayake appointed as Director of NACWC
His Excellency President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has appointed Air Vice Marshal Shehan Wijayanayake as the new Director of the National Authority for the Implementation of the Chemical Weapons Convention (NACWC), effective January 2, 2025.
New Army Commander meets with Deputy Minister of Defence
Lieutenant General Lasantha Rodrigo, the newly appointed Commander of the Sri Lanka Army, paid a courtesy call on the Deputy Minister of Defence, Major General Aruna Jayasekara (Retd), at his office in Colombo today (02 Jan).
New Navy Commander pays Courtesy Call on Deputy Minister of Defence
Vice Admiral Kanchana Banagoda, the newly appointed Commander of the Sri Lanka Navy, today (02 Jan) paid a courtesy call on the Deputy Minister of Defence, Major General Aruna Jayasekara (Retd), at his office. This marks Vice Admiral Banagoda’s first official meeting with the Deputy Minister since assuming command as the 26th Commander of the Navy.
New Chief of National Intelligence takes over duties
The newly appointed Chief of National Intelligence Major General Ruwan Wanigasooriya (Retd) received his letter of appointment from Defence Secretary Air Vice Marshal Sampath Thuyacontha (Retd), today (Jan 01).
Defence Secretary highlights public servants' role
in Sri Lanka’s development agenda
“It is the responsibility of all public servants to support Sri Lanka’s development approach for a better future in every possible way,” said Defence Secretary Air Vice Marshal Sampath Thuyacontha (Retd), emphasizing the critical role of the public sector in advancing national progress.
New Year Message
The parliamentary elections of 2024 enabled us to establish a government with a strong majority, earning the trust of people across the North, East, West, and South. With this mandate, we have initiated a transformative political shift, fulfilling our democratic responsibilities to build the good governance our citizens aspire to.
Deputy Minister of Defence Convenes Meeting to Enhance
National Hydrographic Office Capabilities
The Deputy Minister of Defence Major General Aruna Jayasekara (Retd) chaired a meeting at his office today (Dec 31), to address the critical needs of the Sri Lanka National Hydrographic Office (SLNHO).
Deputy Minister of Defence Stresses Strengthening of the
National Security Framework
Deputy Minister of Defence Major General Aruna Jayasekara (Retd) had a fruitful discussion with officials of the Centre for Research and Development (CRD) and Institute of National Security Studies (INSS) and underscored the importance of strengthening the national security mechanism to keep with evolving challenges and emerging threats and requested the officials to contribute their knowledge and expertise towards this national endeavour.
Newly appointed Commander of the Navy calls on the Defence Secretary
Newly appointed Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Kanchana Banagoda, called on the Defence Secretary, Air Vice Marshal Sampath Thuyacontha (Retd), at the Defence Ministry in Sri Jayawardenepura, Kotte, today (Dec 31).
Lieutenant General Lasantha Rodrigo Appointed as Commander of the Army
Lieutenant General Lasantha Rodrigo, RSP, psc, IG, MA in SSS (USA), MSc in SSS (KDU) has been appointed as the 25th Commander of the Sri Lanka Army (SLA) by His Excellency President Anura Kumara Dissanayake.
Vice Admiral Kanchana Banagoda Appointed as
Commander of the Sri Lanka Navy
Vice Admiral Kanchana Banagoda, RSP, USP, ndc, psc, MMaritimePol, MBA in HRM, PG Dip in HRM, BMS, Dip in Mgt, AFIN has been appointed as the 26th Commander of the Sri Lanka Navy (SLN) by His Excellency President Anura Kumara Dissanayake.
'We are taking maximum efforts to modernize our
defence forces'- says Defence Secretary
"We are taking maximum efforts to modernize our defence forces with latest technologies and equipment".
Indonesian Naval Ship ‘KRI SULTAN ISKANDAR MUDA-367’
arrives in Colombo
Indonesian naval ship ‘KRI SULTAN ISKANDAR MUDA-367’ called the Port of Colombo on an official visit on Saturday (Dec 28). The Sri Lanka Navy (SLN) welcomed the visiting ship, following naval traditions, SLN media says.
20th Anniversary of 2004 'Boxing Day' Tsunami Commemorated
The nation solemnly observed the 20th anniversary of the devastating 2004 'Boxing Day' tsunami, which claimed over 35,000 lives, during the ‘National Safety Day’ commemorative ceremony held today (Dec 26) at the Disaster Management Centre (DMC).